Celebs mourn the demise of legendary comedian and Bollywood's Soorma Bhopali Jagdeep

Legendary comedian Jagdeep died on Wednesday at his residence at the age of 81. As the news of the actor went viral a number of celebs mourned the actor's death on social media. Ranveer Singh, Johny Lever, Manoj Bajpayee, Randeep Hooda, Ajay Devgn and Anubhav Sinha were among those who paid tributes to Jagdeep. 

Jagdeep whose real name was Syed Ishtiaq Ahmed Jafri  started his cinema journey with the 1951 film Afsana, which marked filmmaker BR Chopra's directorial debut. Jagdeep is survived by sons - actor Jaaved and producer Naved. His grandson Meezaan made his debut as an actor with Sanjay Leela Bhansali produced Malaal last year. Let us have a look at some of the reactions by Bollywood celebs.....

Heard the sad news of Jagdeep Saab’s demise. Always enjoyed watching him on screen. He brought so much joy to the audience. My deepest condolences to Jaaved and all members of the family. Prayers for Jagdeep Saab’s soul🙏

— Ajay Devgn (@ajaydevgn) July 8, 2020

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My first film & the first time I ever faced the camera, was in the film #yehrishtanatoote with the legend himself #Jagdeep bhai. We will miss you...May his soul rest in peace 🙏🏽 Our prayers & deepest condolences to the family. pic.twitter.com/uhBjYSZdVe

— Johny Lever (@iamjohnylever) July 8, 2020

RIP #Jagdeep sir!
Your contribution to the industry will always be remembered. Thank you for the laughs. Thank you for the memories. pic.twitter.com/yzLdD7qWfy

— Ayushmann Khurrana (@ayushmannk) July 8, 2020

Rest in peace Jagdeep sahab !! 🙏Thank you for all the memories that I have watching your films and performances in my childhood!! You will be missed by us all!! Condolences to the family!!!🙏🙏

— manoj bajpayee (@BajpayeeManoj) July 8, 2020

Rest in peace #Jagdeep saab .. thank you for all the entertainment 🙏🏽 pic.twitter.com/S4uTY8kyyp

— Randeep Hooda (@RandeepHooda) July 8, 2020

Good Lord. May God rest his soul in peace. https://t.co/AfBC4WhzwN

— Anubhav Sinha (@anubhavsinha) July 8, 2020

Heard the sad news of Jagdeep Saab’s demise. Always enjoyed watching him on screen. He brought so much joy to the audience. My deepest condolences to Jaaved and all members of the family. Prayers for Jagdeep Saab’s soul🙏

— Ajay Devgn (@ajaydevgn) July 8, 2020